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Moche Stirrup-Spout Effigy Jar - PF.2326
Origin: Northern Coast of Peru
Circa: 1
AD
to 500
AD
Dimensions:
8" (20.3cm) high
Collection: Pre-Columbian
Medium: Terracotta
$9,000.00
Location: United States
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| Description |
The Ancient Moche civilization of North Coast of
Peru created a distinctive and prolific artistic
record of their culture through their pottery.
Much of this art gives us an imaginative glimpse
into the daily life, ceremonies and mythology of
the people who created it. This striking pot is an
extraordinary example of that artistic
expression. Here a powerful individual straddles
the upper portion of the spouted vessel, dressed
in spotted ceremonial garb vaguely reminiscent
of some winged creature. Framed by the typical
Moche headgear, a wide-eyed human face
addresses the world while his daftly carved
hands grasp a snake, whose thin body slithers
down the side of the vessel. The wide tale end of
the snake is met by the snarling visage of a
powerful monster, whose open, sharp-toothed
jaws are about to snare its prey. A long body,
fins and tail make this monster image. We can
only guess at the ancient complex symbolism
represented on this extraordinary vessel.
However, the ancient power and magnetism that
once emanated from this masterpiece is still felt
today, thanks to the masterful hands of one
ancient, sensitive and perceptive potter.
- (PF.2326)
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